A Wikispace is a webpage that can be shared between and edited by a group of people.
How does a Wikispace work?
It is a webpage that is basically turned into a document when people edit it. Multiple people may see and make changes to it as long as they are a part of the Wiki.
Pros
Secure
Organized
Easy to use
Cons
Only one person can edit at a time, so if a group member doesn’t save or get out of the “edit” section, no one can make changes.
Students may post inappropriate content
Must have internet in order to use Wikispace
How it can be used in the classroom
This can be used for brainstorming, group projects and group papers. Also, a Wikispace can be used for online classes or classes that don’t meet often, such as those that meet once a week or less.
Review of other similar technologies
Google Docs is similar to Wikispaces.com, as users can share and edit a document online.
Editme is very similar to Wikispaces.com, but it costs money.
Wikispaces.com
What is a Wikispace?
A Wikispace is a webpage that can be shared between and edited by a group of people.
How does a Wikispace work?
It is a webpage that is basically turned into a document when people edit it. Multiple people may see and make changes to it as long as they are a part of the Wiki.
Pros
- Secure
- Organized
- Easy to use
ConsHow it can be used in the classroom
This can be used for brainstorming, group projects and group papers. Also, a Wikispace can be used for online classes or classes that don’t meet often, such as those that meet once a week or less.
Review of other similar technologies
Google Docs is similar to Wikispaces.com, as users can share and edit a document online.
Editme is very similar to Wikispaces.com, but it costs money.